1960 Humber Super Snipe vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Humber Super Snipe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Humber Super Snipe would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 24 kg more than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Humber Super Snipe. (180 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Humber Super Snipe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Humber Super Snipe | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Humber | Nissan |
| Model | Super Snipe | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2964 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
